The field of science involved in identifying skeletal remains is called?

• A. Forensic toxicology
• B. Forensic pathology
• C. Forensic odontology
• D. Forensic anthropology

Answer: (D)

The field that specializes in identifying skeletal remains is forensic anthropology. This discipline uses the study of human bones to build a biological profile (age, sex, ancestry, stature) and to assess pathology or trauma, helping to identify individuals when soft tissues are no longer present.

Other options address different aspects of forensic science: forensic toxicology looks at poisons and drugs in the body; forensic pathology focuses on determining the cause and manner of death often through autopsy; forensic odontology uses dental evidence for identification and bite-mark analysis. Since the task at hand specifically involves skeletal identification, forensic anthropology is the best fit.